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Kaylie, how often do you do pole and crossfit? I’ve done it in the past but it’s been a while. Do you do cross fit and pole in the same day?

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Yes, I love belly dancing!

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I just bought a used pole off amazon. It is still in the process of shipping. When I get it, how can I tell if it is the real thing or fake?

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Thanks PaulettePoles. I guess the only reason I was not thinking of brass was because of the cost.

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I am in the same boat. I want to purchase a pole very soon. I have only used a 50mm brass pole and I slip on that one. My hands sweat easily and I don’t think I have that much grip strength. I am thinking I want either the 50mm chrome or titanium.

PoleHappySarah, what did you end up getting? What do you think of it?

Also, I see a lot of people mentioning how weather affects the pole. I live in the desert. Anyone have any suggestions on which finish is best for a dry environment?

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oh, and what about lil mynx vs x-pole?

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There is one studio in my area which uses 50 mm brass. I do have small and sweaty hands.  So I probably need to go for the less slippery finish. I have trouble gripping the pole but since I am a beginner I might just need to build hand strength.